Indiana service chain selects VAST management software
Zolman Tire chooses Aftersoft's VAST software to improve operational efficiency and increase profitability
Aftersoft Network N.A. – a leading provider of business management software and e-commerce solutions for the automotive aftermarket – is pleased to announce that Zolman Tire, an Indiana based chain of auto service centers, is deploying Aftersoft's VAST Enterprise software in order to improve its operational efficiency and increase profitability.
Until recently, Zolman Tire had been using an ageing application that it purchased over 19 years ago. "The system was a dinosaur" said Nate Zolman, President of Zolman Tire Inc. "Although it balanced out, it was not Windows based, and every part had to be entered manually - which was incredibly time consuming. We were unable to track purchase orders, the software didn't have a dedicated parts and labor interface and there was no way to merge duplicate customer files, resulting in an inefficient customer database.
"I first heard about Aftersoft and VAST via trade journal advertisements. I started asking other dealers what systems they use and whether they would recommend them, what software they have heard good things about and what to stay away from."
After careful consideration of the available solutions, Zolman Tire decided to implement Aftersoft's VAST Enterprise application across its seven locations.
"We expect VAST to pay for itself in under twelve months thanks to payroll time savings alone" Nate Zolman commented. "Service repair orders can be completed in a third of the time it took with our old system. Furthermore, I know that we have been under-billing labor and parts as a result of the old system's unintuitive interface. With VAST, I am very confident that we will appropriately charge for services and time that we used to 'give away' or not even charge for."
"The interfaces with my parts suppliers, automatic purchase order tracking, integration with the Mitchell Labor Guide and manufacturer scheduled service intervals will help us increase efficiency."
"VAST will give us the ability to achieve higher gross profit margins throughout the business. Reporting, tracking, checks & balances, proper charges for services, and declined service reminders will absolutely improve our business, customer service and professionalism."
"We are delighted that Zolman Tire has chosen Aftersoft as its software provider" said John Fischer, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Aftersoft N.A. "Companies running outdated, legacy software could save a significant amount of time and money by making the switch to VAST. Intelligent reporting, automated order tracking and integrated communication with parts suppliers all ensure that Aftersoft's solutions are much more advanced than equivalent legacy systems."
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